CELEBRITY TREND REPORT: FIERCE AT FORTY-TWO

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Gwen Stefani covers November 2011, InStyle magazine and Jennifer Lopez is on the December issue of Glamour. Both instantly make you think beauty.  Hard to believe they're in their 40s. They juggle music and performing, fashion, and a family.  Their empowerment, their drive to continue to climb the ladder, and  humility makes them good role models in my eyes!  In the magazine, these fierce at forty-two females talk about getting to know themselves in their greatest day-to-day roles.


I always enjoy seeing what Gwen Stefani wears whether she's in Glam or L.A.M.B. , and I realized I have to add her to my favorite fashion icon list.  I don't know who her stylist is, but I love every look she has going from Rocker Femme to Tomboy Chic.  For the November 2011 InStyle Magazine issue, Gwen shows us she can also be a fashion goddess.  www.instyle.com/

In Ralph Lauren

In Marchesa

In Givenchy

Jennifer Lopez can do no wrong in my eyes and although she seems to have it all, her star continues to rise and maybe it's not so much about her celeb status, but about the inner JLopez. It seems like she figures it out along the way, getting to know herself better through experience and age, and she's not afraid to hide that from her fans.  Glamour nominated her "Woman of the Year" for the December 2011 issue and surely we can understand why.  She's achieved success and may have a diva reputation, but she's relatable and we love her for it.

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SNEAKER EDITION: SUPRA CAMO SKYTOPS

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Normally, I write my own post, but this sneaker is way too good to leave out any details so I'll let Supra Footwear take over. These sneakers are a must for the fellas!
Presenting "The Supra Camouflage"
This limited edition Skytop is outfitted with a heavyweight camouflage canvas upper, accented with orange highlights, black laces, white foxing with white pinstripe detailing, and pumpkin orange sole. The design is a subtle reflection of the themes of Samhain and Fall, yet is wearable at any time of year. Only 413 pairs were produced, and they are sequentially numbered on the interior of each shoe. The SUPRA Camouflage Skytop is available October 29th at the following SUPRA retailers world wide and at suprafootwear.com.

SNAPPIN' IN ART THE STREET: BRONX

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Graffiti once considered vandalism prevailed its bad rep and gained street cred. This is how OBEY Clothing founder and street artist Shepard Fairey got his start. He began tagging walls with graffiti and was even arrested for it, but that didn't stop him from creating his vision and getting his message out there.  Graffiti is a also form of art, a vision, it brings character, and for me it defines the essence of NYC in the 80s when there was a true NYC culture and vibe in the air.  I love using these murals for What I Wore Backgrounds.  Below slideshow are murals  I used in September 2010.  The same walls now have new art on them and I'll be using them again soon!

Below September 2011: Walls by Latin Artists FC

snapped4style: Nine West Tall Boots

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Nine West you're killing me with your tempting sales and great style. This boot is gorge as Rachel Zoe would say.  Nine West has 30% of Tall Boots for 4 days only starting today including the one above known as "Izett" http://www.ninewest.com/Tall-Boots/4216631,default,sc.html  

EDITOR'S PICK: SEXY STILLETO

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This week's Editor's Pick is this sexy, yet classy Michael Kors caged stiletto "Josie Back Zip".  This shoe speaks for itself with the metallic lizard finish, exposed sides, and the creme de la creme the 4 1/2' silver stiletto. I'm always a fan of the silver stiletto because it's screams femme fatale!  What I love about this shoe is it immediately says take me out to paint the town in a hot dress! Yet this shoe would also look amazing with a white buttoned down blouse tucked in a pair of black tapered tailored pants with a skinny belt and a great clutch as a finish.  Hey even with a great short. It doesn't stop stop there! Pair with some denim skinnies , sweater and oversized shoulder bag and it turns into a model headed to a casting call.  Michael Kors has a way of making women look sleek in a provocative way and for $175 this shoe is a steal!

Shop for Michael Kors and many more brands on Piperlime.com
http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=59415&vid=1&pid=154225&scid=154225002

YOU HEARD IT HERE

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Last week, I posted my Editor's Pick for Steve Madden's Native Indian Wedge Booties. "Amoryy"  http://snapped4style.blogspot.com/2011/10/editors-pick-platform-moccassins.html


This week on Piperlime the same boot was also voted Editor's Pick by Rachel Zoe, what'da you know!
http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=59415&tid=plem000375&ev=PWMP10252011&di=


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WHAT I WORE TO : LES FRIDAY NIGHT

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Hi Guys, let me start off by saying I know it's not a clear pic, it's a mobile one, and to be honest I was going to repeat the outfit in a different setting, but you just never know if the look, the style, the pose will be the same so why let it go to waste.


Whenever I post about hanging out on the Lower East Side, I usually like to set the scene by describing LES as a very laid back, hipster kind of vibe so in most cases you would dress casually hip no pun intended. The recent purchase I'm excited about is my Top Gun Style Jacket with faux fur collar. Besides H&M being my home away from home, every year I have a serious fetish with their men's Fall outerwear, so fellas, gents, all you guys out there hint hint hint H&M has well made, stylish coats at good prices. It makes me jealous all the time and want to be a guy just for a second or a least shrink the jacket down to size.  In this case they had a 36R which ended up fitting just right.


Jacket: H&M Men Fall 2011
Cropped Cowl Neck Sweater : Express
Jeans: Forever 21: $19.50
Boots: ASH 2010
Purse: Street Style 2010

WHAT I WORE: OCTOBER TUESDAY AT THE OFFICE

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NYC has been having so much rain, I took advantage of this beautifully warm Autumn Day and decided to wear bright colored denim to the office .  I'm all about this new trend and have decided trend or not it will stay as a permanent part of my long-term wardrobe.


On my way to grab some lunch, I asked someone would they be so kind and please Snap-Me4-Style.


Top: H&M Pre-Fall 2011 $24.95
Jeans: Forever 21 Pre Fall 2011 $19.50
Shoes: H&M Holiday 2010

SNAPPIN' ART IN THE STREET: EAST HARLEM

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One of my favorite street artist is back in the neighborhood adding his usual vibrant colors and reviving the Taino culture through his murals in Spanish Harlem, DeLaVega.  The man who's famous slogan "Become Your Dream" inspired me to pursue my career in Fashion Trend Forecasting.  I personally  went to thank him some years ago at his St. Marks Place store.  Here's a photo of me in April in front of another one of his great drawings.

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DeLaVega: Fall 2011

WHAT I WORE: SUNNY OCTOBER SUNDAY

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Did Mother Nature bless us or what with this past weekend ?! The sun was shining, the skies were blue, and the heat was on!  It felt like a beautiful July summer day & I couldn't have been more thankful for it! I went to my friend's Amity's house for the weekend in Sag Harbor, and lets just say her backyard alone sets the scene for any type of soiree.


Why I'm excited about this outfit ? It's the first purchases I've made from Old Navy in ages to say the least!  I love the 70's vibe to it. I paired it with ballet leopard flats to accentuate the look and bring out the teals in the top.
OLD NAVY:  Peasant Top: $24.50, Flared Dark Wash Jeans: $19.50
http://www.oldnavy.com/
Shoes: ALDO
Photos Taken : 10.06.11

I Would Also Wear This To : A casual day at the office, brunch, or an outing on a Sunday afternoon.